As the mercury rises in the UK, many of us are finding it increasingly challenging to doze off come evening. Between weekend plans swirling in our heads and the clammy surrounds brought about after a day of intense sun, it’s time to reassess our sleeping situation with some tips on how to get better sleep this summer.
Wondering what the secret to a good night’s sleep is – particularly during a heatwave? Firstly, it’s important to stay comfortable and cool. That means buying the best quality mattress you can afford and making sure your pillows are comfortable. It’s also a good idea to consider sleep accessories that utilise new technologies, which can help keep your bedroom cool and quiet.
“In order to sleep well there needs to be a fractional temperature difference between our body and brain, in other words, a warm body and a cool head!” – Dr. Nerina Ramlakhan, Silentnight’s Resident Sleep Expert.
Other tips (according to Dr. Ramlakhan) for getting a comfortable, refreshing night’s sleep in the heat include:
- “Stop your bedroom from over-heating during the day by keeping curtains and blinds closed.”
- “Use light bed sheets and a low tog duvet to ensure your bed temperature stays low.”
- “Stay well hydrated during the day.”
- “Use a fan and place it so the air is blowing over a tray of ice – this will cool the room down as the ice begins to melt.”
- “Don’t fret too much if you can’t sleep – use the time to rest and think positive thoughts and you’ll soon drift off.”
Armed with our key sleep essentials – including some great anti-allergen and wellbeing products – and Dr. Ramlakhan’s sage advice, we’ve begun to develop a much-improved sleep routine. Scroll on to discover what we’ve added to our bedrooms to ensure we’re sleeping more soundly this summer…
In partnership with Silentnight
Chill your pillowcase in the freezer before getting into bed. – Dr Nerina Ramlakhan
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While daylight hours are one of summer’s greatest gifts, for lights sleepers, early morning light can spark a cycle of restless sleep.
Stop your bedroom over-heating during the day by keeping curtains and blinds closed. – Dr Nerina Ramlakhan
it’s like having a beauty treatment while you sleep.
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